It is with deep sadness that PUENTE Learning Center announces the passing of our former colleague Luis Marquez. Luis worked alongside PUENTE’s founder, Sister Jennie Lechtenberg, for over 25 years and held numerous roles as the organization grew and expanded —...
Thank you to everyone who celebrated with us at our 40th Anniversary Gala — what a remarkable evening it was! On October 16, 2025, more than 175 members of the PUENTE family gathered beneath the trees and stars at the Los Angeles River Center & Gardens to honor 40...
We were proud to once again participate in the annual Boyle Heights 5K and to serve as a water station to runners as they took to the streets of Boyle Heights on October 18th. Our partnership is more than just a service—it is a visible show of our commitment and...
PUENTE Learning Center recently hosted Verano en Comunidad, a celebratory resource fair marking the beginning of a promising new school year. Through joyful moments, free ice cream pops, raffle prizes, and more, families were welcomed with warmth and community spirit....
This March, Team PUENTE laced up our running shoes for a cause close to our hearts: quality education in Boyle Heights. As a proud charity partner of the LA Big 5K, our community united to raise funds for our educational support services. The morning began with...
Hispanic Heritage Month is a time for celebration and connection. We honored the rich histories of Hispanic and Latino communities. At PUENTE Learning Center, we believe that education is key to understanding these contributions, and we highlighted this through our...
PUENTE LEARNING CENTER APPOINTS TYLER PRESS AS BOARD CHAIR We are pleased to announce that PUENTE Learning Center’s Board of Directors has appointed Tyler Press as the organization’s new Board Chair. Press has been an active Board member at PUENTE, previously...
PUENTE Learning Center Receives $9,000 Grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation to Support Adult Literacy The Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) recently awarded PUENTE Learning Center a $9,000 grant to support adult literacy. This local grant is part...
We are proud to announce that PUENTE Charter Elementary School has been selected as an implementation grantee in the California Community School Partnership Program. With this grant, PUENTE stands as a beacon of hope, embracing a transformative approach to education....
PUENTE Preschool received a Tier 5 rating from Quality Start Los Angeles (QSLA) – the highest recognition level attainable. A Tier 5 rating signifies a mastering of quality. PUENTE Preschool strives to go above and beyond these standards to provide high quality...